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American Inn

2.0 star property

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1337 Garner Lane, Columbia, SC, 29210
  • Place, BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, AMF Seven Oaks Lanes
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Carolina
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Located in St. Andrews, American Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Three Rivers Greenway and AMF Seven Oaks Lanes. This 28-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • BTM Dutch Square Cinema 14 - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • AMF Seven Oaks Lanes - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Riverbanks Zoo and Garden - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • University of South Carolina - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Fort Jackson - 16 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Columbia Station - 9 min drive
  • Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive

About this property

American Inn

Guests staying at American Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

American Inn Columbia
American Inn Motel
American Inn Columbia
American Inn Motel Columbia

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at American Inn?

American Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around American Inn?

This motel is situated in St. Andrews, close to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park, and West Columbia Riverwalk. You'll also find Earlewood Park and South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at American Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does American Inn have a casino at the property?

No, American Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at American Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at American Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does American Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, American Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does American Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at American Inn.

Does American Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to American Inn?

The closest major airport to American Inn is Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), which is 10.3 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at American Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at American Inn.

American Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 141 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 141 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 141 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 141 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 141 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Johnny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Griffith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offered a nice quiet place to get dicked down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful place to be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ricky

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
SAVE YOUR MONEY, DO NOT STAY HERE I reserved room for 4 night stay and from the moment I walked in room I regretted it. this was a disappointing stay – Safety and Cleanliness Concerns I had a very frustrating and disappointing experience during my stay. Multiple electrical outlets in the room were either faulty or loose, creating both inconvenience and serious safety concerns. The microwave malfunctioned — it powered off mid-use and locked my food inside, leaving me unable to retrieve it. I was forced to purchase additional food because of this. To make matters worse, the air conditioning unit was extremely loud and rattled throughout the night, making it difficult to get any proper rest. The final straw was discovering a roach in the bathroom — completely unacceptable from a cleanliness standpoint. This stay fell far below basic expectations for comfort, safety, and hygiene. I would not recommend this hotel unless these issues are addressed and resolved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarenzo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Room was what is expected at this price point and location. One thing to note - we booked a one king bed room that was said to sleep 3. In the photo there was an upholstered chair next to the bed which we assumed was a single fold out bed. Nope! Thankfully, as we were 2 adults and a 7 year old we all shared the bed with no issues, but the story would have been very different if it was 3 adults!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

MD ATIKUR

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
good experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jerrell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple hotel. Staff was nice. Hotel was clean. It was a bit dated. For the money, that's to be expected. Not much to look at in the area. Easy drive to food and drinks. Only 10 mins away from the stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It was aight

It was a raggedy roach motel but the service was decent, Friendly. The water was hot and the online comp went pretty quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was clean. Outside grounds not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

GF

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient to food, shopping, and the Interstates (I-20 & I-26). Not a good place for more than 1 or 2 nights
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Penny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not A Good Experience

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mikki

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold on the ceilings. Even after switch rooms. The smell of mold and mildew made me puke repeatedly. I tried to check out before attending my brother's army graduation and no body would answer the front desk. I called and no one answered. I checked out early because I couldn't stomach the place and now I can't get ahold of anyone for a refund. This place is horrible and needs closed down! It's a health hazard!!!157.00 for what? Making me sick? Stay away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Laura

Traveled with family
It was ok
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK for the price

Lobby is blocked off & you only see staff thru a window & a small open slot underneath. Room was big & clean, but outside of motel was not as clean. After things got quiet about 10 P. M., everything was fine. Staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Well for one I paid for a hotel room.I in know way shape or form stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Denep

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is literally ONE step above sleeping in the street
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Art

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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